Plan on about 6 h 7 min of driving for the 309-mile (497 km) trip from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega, before any stops.
| Total distance | 309 mi (497 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 6 h 7 min |
| Main roads, in order | MEX-57D → MEX-45D → MEX-90 → MEX-90D → MEX-110 → MEX-15D → MEX-23 |
| Mexican states on the route | Querétaro, Guanajuato, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| Toll roads (as marked in OpenStreetMap) | MEX-57D, MEX-45D, MEX-90D, MEX-15D |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 12.4 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
Driving this route in a car with U.S. plates
| Temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) | Required: this route is outside the zones where U.S.-registered cars can skip the temporary import permit (Baja California, Baja California Sur and part of Sonora) |
|---|---|
| Mexican auto insurance | Required for all vehicles: buy a Mexican policy before you drive |
Sources: U.S. State Department, Mexico travel information (updated August 11, 2026); permits are issued by Banjercito.
Driving Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega: the shape of the trip
MEX-23 (67 mi) and MEX-45D (65 mi) carry about 43% of the 309 miles. It runs through 5 states: Querétaro, Guanajuato, Michoacán, Jalisco, Zacatecas. OpenStreetMap marks tolled sections on MEX-57D, MEX-45D and MEX-90D. Of the 9 stops listed below, 2 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | Querétaro |
| MEX-57D | 1–19 | 18 | Querétaro |
| MEX-45D | 19–84 | 65 | Querétaro, Guanajuato |
| connecting roads | 84–85 | 1 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-90 | 85–130 | 45 | Guanajuato |
| MEX-90D | 130–144 | 14 | Guanajuato, Michoacán |
| MEX-110 | 144–165 | 21 | Michoacán |
| MEX-15D | 165–223 | 58 | Michoacán, Jalisco |
| local roads | 223–241 | 18 | Jalisco |
| MEX-23 | 241–308 | 67 | Jalisco, Zacatecas |
| local roads | 308–309 | 1 | Zacatecas |
- Mile 26 of this route: Querétaro → Guanajuato (state line)
- Mile 142 of this route: Guanajuato → Michoacán (state line)
- Mile 170 of this route: Michoacán → Jalisco (state line)
- Mile 279 of this route: Jalisco → Zacatecas (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Teúl de González Ortega
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museo de la Ciudad de Querétaro (mile 19), Guadalajara Zoo (mile 235)
- Nature and outdoors: El Cimatario National Park (mile 14)
- Museums and history: Museo de la Ciudad de Querétaro (mile 19), Irapuato Cathedral (mile 83), Plazuelas (mile 122), Panteón de Belén (mile 235), Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan (mile 240), Museo de Arte de Zapopan (mile 240)
- With kids: Guadalajara Zoo (mile 235)
El Cimatario National Park
El Cimatario National Park protects about 24 square kilometers of land just south of the city of Santiago de Querétaro.
Museo de la Ciudad de Querétaro
Inside the 18th-century Baroque former Capuchin convent in Querétaro's historic center, the Museo de la Ciudad hosts contemporary visual art along with music, film and theater.
Claustro de San Felipe Neri - Palacio Conin
The Cloister of San Felipe Neri in central Querétaro was part of the Oratorian convent and stands beside the Templo de San Felipe Neri, now the city's cathedral.
Irapuato Cathedral
Irapuato's cathedral, dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, dates from the 18th century and has a Baroque facade. It served as the seat of the local parish until 2004, when the new Diocese of Irapuato made it a cathedral.
Plazuelas
Near Pénjamo, Plazuelas flourished between AD 450 and 700. Trails lead to Casas Tapadas, a platform crowned by four pyramid bases, a ball court, and rocks carved with spirals and La Maqueta, a low-relief model of Casas Tapadas.
Guadalajara Zoo
Zoológico Guadalajara is the main zoo of Guadalajara, Jalisco, and holds a large population of animal species.
Panteón de Belén
A historic cemetery in Guadalajara, Panteón de Belén is known for its legends and offers night tours.
Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan
The Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan is a 17th-century Franciscan sanctuary in downtown Zapopan. It keeps a wooden image of the Virgin that came from Spain to New Galicia in the 16th century.
Museo de Arte de Zapopan
Run by the city of Zapopan, the Museo de Arte de Zapopan is a contemporary art museum in the town's historic center, open since 2002.
Once you reach Teúl de González Ortega
El Teúl
On a hill of the same name in southern Zacatecas, near Jalisco, El Teúl was a Mesoamerican settlement where people made copper and ceramic goods.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega?
About 6 h 7 min of driving without stops, over 309 miles.
What is the driving distance from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega?
About 309 miles (497 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
Do I need a permit to drive my U.S. car from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega?
Yes. A temporary vehicle import permit (TIP) is required for a U.S.-registered car on this route, which is outside the zones where it can be skipped. Mexican auto insurance is required for every vehicle.
Is it safe to drive from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega?
The U.S. State Department rates Querétaro Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution; Guanajuato Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Michoacán Level 4: Do Not Travel; Jalisco Level 3: Reconsider Travel; Zacatecas Level 4: Do Not Travel (advisory issued May 29, 2026). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega?
In order: MEX-57D, MEX-45D, MEX-90, MEX-90D, MEX-110, MEX-15D and MEX-23. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Pedro Escobedo to Teúl de González Ortega?
Closest to the road: Museo de la Ciudad de Querétaro (museum, mile 19, 1 mi from the route); Claustro de San Felipe Neri - Palacio Conin (convent, mile 19, 1 mi from the route); Guadalajara Zoo (zoo, mile 235, 0.7 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on September 29, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.